Individual Student Grant Assistance

Purpose: Assistance for students in difficult circumstances that prevent them from participating in valuable educational experiences with peers.

Geographic Scope: Galveston Independent School District (GISD), Texas

Eligibility:

• GISD students in difficult circumstances
• Must have a GISD educator serving as the student's sponsor
• Only GISD employees can submit applications on behalf of students

Award Amount:

• Up to $500 per student
• Funding amounts are at the discretion of the GEF Grants Committee

Deadline:

• Available year-round with a rolling deadline
• Applications considered for funding as quickly as possible

Related Program: Julie Schmid Student Support Fund (supports children in difficult circumstances)

Application Process

Step 1: Submit Application

• All applications must be submitted electronically through Submittable (third-party platform)
• Paper applications will NOT be accepted
• GISD educator serves as student sponsor and submitter
• Applicants will create an account with login credentials

Required Attachments:

1. Letter of support from the appropriate principal or department head
2. Completed copy of GEF's grant proposal budget template

Review Process:

• Projects reviewed by Grants Committee and considered for funding as quickly as possible
• Funding determined on case-by-case basis